Free for Kids 12 & Under

Kids 12 & under get FREE entry to fairgrounds and any route! Timing bib, medal, and shirt not included.

Live Concert NEW THIS YEAR!

Proud to announce that we will have a live concert this year with BUCKSTEIN as the headliner!

Dogs Welcome

Everyone in the family is encouraged to participate—including the 4-legged ones!

Dry Good Donations

We encourage everyone to bring non-perishable food to be donated to help feed homeless Veterans.

Shirt & Finisher Medal

Participants who pre-register for the 5K, 10K, or 30K will receive an exclusive MDRM T-shirt and Finisher Medal.

Norwegian Foot March Badge

ALL qualifying participants will receive the Norwegian Foot March Medal upon completing the 30K Ruck March carrying a 25-lb rucksack with dry goods that they bring and donate.

Vendor Expo

Local vendors will be in attendance, including many Veteran non-profit and service organizations, retail, and health & fitness companies.

Military Displays

Static displays and military vehicles will be present for participants and attendees to interact with.

Memorial Day Weekend

A respectful start to the Memorial Day weekend – remembering the fallen servicemen and women who have fought for our country.

Choose Your Route

5K RUN or RUCK

Walk, Run, Roll or Stroll on our “easiest” route that runs alongside the uniformed military 30K Ruck March competition. This 3.1-mile route is conquerable for runners, walkers, joggers and folks of all ages and capabilities. Special pricing for Veterans. New this year: We’ve added a Ruck March option to the 5K! Work your way up to the big daddy, 30K.

10K RUN or RUCK

This 6.2-mile route is takes you to the next level, running alongside the uniformed military 30K Ruck March competition. Special pricing for Veterans.New this year: We’ve added a Ruck March option to the 10K! Work your way up to the big daddy, 30K.

30K RUCK MARCH

Test your mettle with the ultimate: All civilian, veteran, and qualified uniformed military participants will receive the Norwegian Foot March Medal upon completing the 30K Ruck March within the allotted time, carrying a 25-lb rucksack filled with your dry good donations.